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Acupuncture Programs at Bastyr University 

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Fortified with rigorous didactic and clinical training, acupuncture students at Bastyr graduate as highly qualified practitioners trained in safe and effective care of patients who are skilled in both traditional Chinese medicine modalities and Western health care disciplines. 

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Acupuncture programs at Bastyr University are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (ACAHM). 

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Bastyr University is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).


Which Acupuncture Program is Right for You?

Degree programs in acupuncture and East Asian medicine at Bastyr University are designed to prepare highly competent health care professionals through a foundation in biomedical sciences, rigorous training in traditional Chinese medicine and collaboration with other healthcare providers. 

Acupuncture Master's Degrees

The Master of Acupuncture (MAc) and Master of Acupuncture with Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (MAcCHM) provide the didactic and clinical training necessary for eligibility for the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) exam, which is the basis for licensing in most states. 

Master of Acupuncture (MAc)

Bastyr’s MAc gives students a foundational education in both eastern traditions and biomedical sciences. Graduates from this program are prepared to sit for board exams and to apply for state licensure. 

828
Minimum Clinical
Training Hours

3 Years
Program Length

MAc
Credentials Earned

Seattle, WA
Location

Master of Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization (MAcCHM)

Students in the MAcCHM program at Bastyr gain a foundational understanding of acupuncture and biomedical sciences, and learn how to add herbal medicines to their practice safely. Graduates from this program are eligible to sit for board exams including Chinese herbology and to apply for state licensure. 

1092
Minimum Clinical
Training Hours

3 Years
Program Length

MAcCHM
Credentials Earned

Seattle, WA
Location

Acupuncture Doctorate Degrees

The Doctor of Acupuncture (DAc) and Doctor of Acupuncture Completion programs at Bastyr foster collaborative interactions between east Asian medicine practitioners and other healthcare practitioners. Building on the knowledge and experience gained in a Master of Acupuncture program, the DAc at Bastyr is designed to train acupuncturists to the highest level of competency in an entry-level degree. 

Doctor of Acupuncture (DAc)

The DAc at Bastyr allows students to deepen their understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and gain advanced skills in diagnostic studies and collaborative and integrative care, as well as research literacy and professional development. The program includes robust clinical training at both our teaching clinic, Bastyr Center for Natural Health, and our off-site community care clinics. Prospective students must have at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited undergraduate institution. 

Students interested in this entry-level professional doctoral program will need to apply to either of the master's level programs (MAc or MAcCHM) to get started. They will then be co-enrolled in the doctoral program (no need to apply again!) in order to meet all of the master's and doctoral-level competencies required for licensure. 

1004
Minimum Clinical
Training Hours

4 Years
Program Length

DAc
Credentials Earned

Seattle, WA
Location

 Doctor of Acupuncture (DAc) Completion Track

Bastyr’s DAc Completion Track is designed for licensed acupuncturists who want to obtain a higher skill level and more advanced knowledge. Prospective students must have a master’s degree from an ACAHM-accredited program. 

176
Minimum Clinical
Training Hours

2 Quarters
Program Length

DAc
Credentials Earned

Seattle, WA
Location

If you’re ready to start a meaningful career in integrative medicine, Bastyr university is the best place to earn a well-respected, nationally recognized degree in Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine. 

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